The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salisbury to London
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salisbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salisbury to London will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Salisbury for London every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Salisbury to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 126 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salisbury to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to London coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:15 Salisbury | 4h05 | 12:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:27 Salisbury | 2h37 | 12:04 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salisbury to London
Buses from Salisbury to London run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 37m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Salisbury to LondonYou can travel by bus between Salisbury to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
Buses from Salisbury to London
Salisbury lies in Wiltshire some 78 miles west of London run by National Express coaches that run daily. The first coach of the day leaves at 6:45 a.m. and the last at 6:40 p.m. Three of the five daily services are direct and take just over three hours. The other two require a change of coach at Bristol and take up to five hours and 45 minutes. Buses to Salisbury depart from Victoria Coach Station which is easily accessible by underground, bus or taxi. National Express coaches from London arrive at Millstream Coach Park located near The Boathouse on Mill Stream Approach in Salisbury.
Taking the Bus from Salisbury
All National Express buses from Salisbury to London leave from the Millstream Coach Park, which is situated next to the River Avon, in the northern half of Salisbury. The coach park has a large car park, as it serves as a gateway to central Salisbury. There are also plenty of local bus connections, including bus routes 2, 8, 12, 25 and 66. This means that every part of Salisbury is well-linked to the coach departure point. These buses tend to run from about 6:30 a.m. until 11:30 p.m., so those choosing to catch the earliest buses from Salisbury to London may need to take a cab.
Getting into London by Bus
From bustling shopping districts, high fashion, world-class sport, historical attractions and art galleries to night-life and theatre, London constantly attracts visitors from all over the world. Buses from Salisbury to London get into London Victoria Coach Station, located just to the west of the city centre. From there, the best way to reach the West End is via the tube to Oxford Circus. Southern suburbs can be reached by overground train from Victoria, and the Victoria Line also links the coach station to northern districts. Getting to the major attractions will take no longer than half an hour, and buses provide access even in the middle of the night.
FAQs: Salisbury to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury and London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Most popular bus connections from Salisbury
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